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Some students breeze through these topics without any struggles, while others require a bit more assistance in order to shine.America Reads at Arizona State University provides free tutoring to K\u20138 students in\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222026-08-18T11:50:50-07:00\u0022\u003E08\/18\/2026-11:50am\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"The America Reads program at Arizona State University connects K\u20138 students to a college student, providing academic assistance, tutoring and mentorship for those who need it most.","teaser":"Reading, writing, math \u2014 these subjects are crucial throughout one\u2019s academic career. 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Today, more learners are getting started earlier, earning college credit before submitting an application or stepping onto a campus.That shift is driving record growth for Arizona State University\u0027s\u0026nbsp;Universal Learner\u2026","post_date":"\u003Ctime datetime=\u00222026-08-14T12:20:22-07:00\u0022\u003E08\/14\/2026-12:20pm\u003C\/time\u003E\n","clas_teaser":"For generations, choosing a college came before taking a college class. Today, more learners are getting started earlier, earning college credit before submitting an application or stepping onto a campus. That shift is driving record growth for ASU\u0026#039;s\u00a0Universal Learner Courses: More than 43,000 learners participated in ULCs this year.","teaser":"For generations, choosing a college came before taking a college class. 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